In some regions of the UK, colonies are starting to show symptoms of high levels of Varroa mites, for example wing deformities and perforated cappings. Therefore, it might be prudent to start monitoring colony mite populations and information on how to do this can be found on page 15 of the Managing Varroa booklet. Also, … Continue reading Varroa warning from the NBU
Bee Health
Potential starvation risk!
Just to remind all beekeepers that the June gap can still happen and inclement weather, combined with large growing colonies and little or no available forage, can quickly result in a shortage of stores. So be sure to check that your bees have enough food, especially if you have taken off any spring honey. Note that if you … Continue reading Potential starvation risk!
Urgent Warning to PBKA Members
Would PBKA members please note that there has been an outbreak of EFB in the St David’s area and an outbreak of AFB in the Wisemans Bridge area. The information relating to this is on Beebase at http://www.nationalbeeunit.com/public/BeeDiseases/efbReport.cfm We have been advised by the Regional Bee Inspector for Wales to direct you to the National … Continue reading Urgent Warning to PBKA Members
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Low Food Stores
Message from the National Bee Unit! In some regions of the UK beekeepers have reported excessive use of food stores due to the un-seasonally warm weather. It would be advisable that you check your colonies have adequate stores and add supplements if required. With the weather being quite variable, fondant is the best option not … Continue reading Low Food Stores
